Seaman NORMAN MACLEOD
Last address in Lewis: 25 Swordale
Son of Donald and Mary Macleod, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: D/X10610D
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 31
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 8 December 1939
In the House of Commons last week the Prime Minister paid tribute to the
naval reservists and pensioners of HM auxiliary cruiser "Rawalpindi"
whose heroic fight against two German pocket battleships has aroused the
admiration of the whole world.
"These men might have known as soon as they sighted the enemy that there
was no chance", said Mr Chamberlain. "But they had no thought of
surrender. They fired their guns until they could be fired no more, and
many of them went to their deaths thereby carrying on the great
tradition of the Royal Navy. Their example will be an inspiration to
those who come after them."
Twelve at least of these gallant men were fellow islanders of ours, and
the whole community shares the sorrow of their relatives at home, a
sorrow which may be lightened at times by the flickering hope that they
are still alive, although prisoners in the hands of the enemy, but
which which is more likely to be tormented by fears and doubts that are
more poignant than certainty.
There may be those in the crowded cities, lying under the terror of air
raids, who turn wistful eyes towards the peaceful islands of the west,
out of the danger zone, a sanctuary in the midst of the storm. But
while these islands may be relatively safe from direct attack, and
there is no need to carry gas masks to one's daily work, or dig air
raid shelters in the streets, they are contributing more towards the
defence of the Empire than most other communities of the same size.
In the "Courageous", the "Royal Oak", the "Northern Rover" and in other
losses the details of which are not known, men from these islands have
already forfeited their lives, and in many of the disasters which have
overtaken our merchant fleet. Lewis and Harris lads have conducted
themselves with tenacity and courage. There were three in the "Athenia",
ten in the "Lochavon" out of a total deck complement of sixteen and
one in the "Arlington Court", a modest youth from Calbost who is now
at home recuperating at home from the effects of six days' exposure in
an open boat.
No one would claim for these men least of themselves, that they are
struck from a finer die than the rest of humanity or moulded of a nobler
clay, but one can without any sense of boastfulness that when the
nation is at war, the small crofting and fishing communities of the
northern Scottish seaboard have a contribution to make to the fighting
forces which is out of all proportion to their population or their
wealth.
The name of "Rawalpindi" is in our minds today. In the past it was known
as that of the largest garrison town in the whole of India, "the key
to the British system of defence in the North-West Frontier", but now
the name has other associations for us and for the world. Let those who
today feel pride in the gallant heroes of the "Rawalpindi" remember,
when the strife is over and the wounds have healed, that many of those
who died in that desperate encounter were men from another North-West
frontier, which is seldom mentioned in the history books, but whose sons
have done more than most to man the garrisons of the Empire".
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John Mackenzie, 21 Swordale
Seaman JOHN MACKENZIE
Last address in Lewis: 21 Swordale
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald MacKenzie, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: D/X10303B
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 26
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 8 December 1939
In the House of Commons last week the Prime Minister paid tribute to the naval reservists and pensioners of HM auxiliary cruiser "Rawalpindi" whose heroic fight against two German pocket battleships has aroused the admiration of the whole world.
"These men might have known as soon as they sighted the enemy that there was no chance", said Mr Chamberlain. "But they had no thought of surrender. They fired their guns until they could be fired no more, and many of them went to their deaths thereby carrying on the great tradition of the Royal Navy. Their example will be an inspiration to those who come after them."
Twelve at least of these gallant men were fellow islanders of ours, and the whole community shares the sorrow of their relatives at home, a sorrow which may be lightened at times by the flickering hope that they are still alive, although prisoners in the hands of the enemy, but which which is more likely to be tormented by fears and doubts that are more poignant than certainty.
There may be those in the crowded cities, lying under the terror of air raids, who turn wistful eyes towards the peaceful islands of the west, out of the danger zone, a sanctuary in the midst of the storm. But while these islands may be relatively safe from direct attack, and there is no need to carry gas masks to one's daily work, or dig air raid shelters in the streets, they are contributing more towards the defence of the Empire than most other communities of the same size.
In the "Courageous", the "Royal Oak", the "Northern Rover" and in other losses the details of which are not known, men from these islands have already forfeited their lives, and in many of the disasters which have overtaken our merchant fleet. Lewis and Harris lads have conducted themselves with tenacity and courage. There were three in the "Athenia", ten in the "Lochavon" out of a total deck complement of sixteen and one in the "Arlington Court", a modest youth from Calbost who is now at home recuperating at home from the effects of six days' exposure in an open boat.
No one would claim for these men least of themselves, that they are struck from a finer die than the rest of humanity or moulded of a nobler clay, but one can without any sense of boastfulness that when the nation is at war, the small crofting and fishing communities of the northern Scottish seaboard have a contribution to make to the fighting forces which is out of all proportion to their population or their wealth.
The name of "Rawalpindi" is in our minds today. In the past it was known as that of the largest garrison town in the whole of India, "the key to the British system of defence in the North-West Frontier", but now the name has other associations for us and for the world. Let those who today feel pride in the gallant heroes of the "Rawalpindi" remember, when the strife is over and the wounds have healed, that many of those who died in that desperate encounter were men from another North-West frontier, which is seldom mentioned in the history books, but whose sons have done more than most to man the garrisons of the Empire".
Last address in Lewis: 21 Swordale
Son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald MacKenzie, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: D/X10303B
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 26
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 8 December 1939
In the House of Commons last week the Prime Minister paid tribute to the naval reservists and pensioners of HM auxiliary cruiser "Rawalpindi" whose heroic fight against two German pocket battleships has aroused the admiration of the whole world.
"These men might have known as soon as they sighted the enemy that there was no chance", said Mr Chamberlain. "But they had no thought of surrender. They fired their guns until they could be fired no more, and many of them went to their deaths thereby carrying on the great tradition of the Royal Navy. Their example will be an inspiration to those who come after them."
Twelve at least of these gallant men were fellow islanders of ours, and the whole community shares the sorrow of their relatives at home, a sorrow which may be lightened at times by the flickering hope that they are still alive, although prisoners in the hands of the enemy, but which which is more likely to be tormented by fears and doubts that are more poignant than certainty.
There may be those in the crowded cities, lying under the terror of air raids, who turn wistful eyes towards the peaceful islands of the west, out of the danger zone, a sanctuary in the midst of the storm. But while these islands may be relatively safe from direct attack, and there is no need to carry gas masks to one's daily work, or dig air raid shelters in the streets, they are contributing more towards the defence of the Empire than most other communities of the same size.
In the "Courageous", the "Royal Oak", the "Northern Rover" and in other losses the details of which are not known, men from these islands have already forfeited their lives, and in many of the disasters which have overtaken our merchant fleet. Lewis and Harris lads have conducted themselves with tenacity and courage. There were three in the "Athenia", ten in the "Lochavon" out of a total deck complement of sixteen and one in the "Arlington Court", a modest youth from Calbost who is now at home recuperating at home from the effects of six days' exposure in an open boat.
No one would claim for these men least of themselves, that they are struck from a finer die than the rest of humanity or moulded of a nobler clay, but one can without any sense of boastfulness that when the nation is at war, the small crofting and fishing communities of the northern Scottish seaboard have a contribution to make to the fighting forces which is out of all proportion to their population or their wealth.
The name of "Rawalpindi" is in our minds today. In the past it was known as that of the largest garrison town in the whole of India, "the key to the British system of defence in the North-West Frontier", but now the name has other associations for us and for the world. Let those who today feel pride in the gallant heroes of the "Rawalpindi" remember, when the strife is over and the wounds have healed, that many of those who died in that desperate encounter were men from another North-West frontier, which is seldom mentioned in the history books, but whose sons have done more than most to man the garrisons of the Empire".
Murdo Mackenzie, 21 Swordale
Seaman MURDO MACKENZIE
Last address in Lewis: 21 Swordale
Son of Donald and Catherine Mackenzie, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: LT/X8100C
Date of death: 3 November 1939 at the age of 28
Lost on active service at North Shields
Interred: Tynemouth (Preston) Cemetery, Sec. F. Uncons. grave 11835
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 10 November 1939
It is with regret we record the death of Murdo Mackenzie, son of Donald Mackenzie, 21 Swordale, who was drowned last week, while on active service. Beyond the intimation of his death, no information has yet been received. Murdo, who was about 29 years of age, had been a reservist for more than five years. He was called up at the outbreak of war, but was given an extension on medical grounds, and left home only about a month ago for his war station. He was one of the reservists, mobilised in the crisis of September 1938, and was on service then for a period of three weeks. In civil life, Murdo was a bus driver, being employed for the past two and a half years with Mr Maciver, Swordale, who found him a very efficient and reliable servant. He was extraordinarily popular with the travelling public, because of his great cheerfulness and willingness. He never refused to do a good turn for anyone who approached him. Apart from the pasengers using his bus, he was known by many of the shopkeepers in town with whom he did business on behalf of others, and all of them speak of him in the highest terms. He was a member of the Point Football Committee, and one of the enthusiasts who did much for the development of the game in rural Lewis. He frequently travelled with the Point eleven for their fixtures in other parts of the island, so that he had acquaintances in every district, who join with his more immediate friends in Swordale and his family in lamenting his early death. Much sympathy is felt for his father his sole surviving brother, his stepmother and stepsisters in their bereavement. An older brother, Donald, died in America just about two years ago, while his surviving brother is at present on service as a naval reservist.
Transcriber's note: Other tributes were published in subsequent editions of the Gazette, in memory of "Murd".
Last address in Lewis: 21 Swordale
Son of Donald and Catherine Mackenzie, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: LT/X8100C
Date of death: 3 November 1939 at the age of 28
Lost on active service at North Shields
Interred: Tynemouth (Preston) Cemetery, Sec. F. Uncons. grave 11835
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 10 November 1939
It is with regret we record the death of Murdo Mackenzie, son of Donald Mackenzie, 21 Swordale, who was drowned last week, while on active service. Beyond the intimation of his death, no information has yet been received. Murdo, who was about 29 years of age, had been a reservist for more than five years. He was called up at the outbreak of war, but was given an extension on medical grounds, and left home only about a month ago for his war station. He was one of the reservists, mobilised in the crisis of September 1938, and was on service then for a period of three weeks. In civil life, Murdo was a bus driver, being employed for the past two and a half years with Mr Maciver, Swordale, who found him a very efficient and reliable servant. He was extraordinarily popular with the travelling public, because of his great cheerfulness and willingness. He never refused to do a good turn for anyone who approached him. Apart from the pasengers using his bus, he was known by many of the shopkeepers in town with whom he did business on behalf of others, and all of them speak of him in the highest terms. He was a member of the Point Football Committee, and one of the enthusiasts who did much for the development of the game in rural Lewis. He frequently travelled with the Point eleven for their fixtures in other parts of the island, so that he had acquaintances in every district, who join with his more immediate friends in Swordale and his family in lamenting his early death. Much sympathy is felt for his father his sole surviving brother, his stepmother and stepsisters in their bereavement. An older brother, Donald, died in America just about two years ago, while his surviving brother is at present on service as a naval reservist.
Transcriber's note: Other tributes were published in subsequent editions of the Gazette, in memory of "Murd".
Alexander Macmillan, 1 Shulishader
Seaman ALEXANDER MACMILLAN
Last address in Lewis: 1 Shulishader
Son of Mary Ann Macmillan, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Wasp
Service number: P/X 20584
Date of death: 1 April 1941 at the age of 20
Accidentally killed at Dover
Survived sinking of HMS Wren 27/7/40.
Interred: Dover (St James) Cemetery, row G, grave 26
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 11 April 1941
It is with very deep regret we announce the death, by accident, of Alexander Macmillan, seaman, RNR, 1 Shader Point, at an English port on the 1st of April. Alexander, who was best known to his friends as Sandy Beag, was of a quiet, unassuming disposition. He was just a little over 20 years of age when he met his end. Before the outbreak of war he was serving on HM destroyer Wren, having joined her for the Royal Review at Spithead. On the outbreak of war his ship was commissioned for convoy duty, and he served with her until she was bombed, set on fire and sunk. The crew were machine-gunned in the water, but Sandy succeeded in swimming to a rescue ship nearby, and got aboard although hampered by fuel oil in which he had been immersed. After a few days at home on survivor's leave he returned to a naval depot and was drafted for duty as an anti-submarine torpedo boat. On board the Wren he was keenly interested in his Asdic duties and later he was selected for a course of instruction in the latest anti-submarine devices. He was expected home on leave after passing his final examination when the sad news of his death came through. Intelligent and efficient, never boisterous or boatsful, Sandy Beag had those rare qualities which go to the formation of an exemplary character. Clean-living and healthy minded, he feared God and served and died for his country. He was buried in an English cemetery with full naval honours. To his sorrowing mother and grandmother we extend our heartfelt sympathy, as to the other members of the family. Till the Day Breaks.
Stornoway Gazette, 25 April 1941
Last week we intimated the tragic death by accident of Seaman Alex Macmillan, Shader, Point. His mother has since received this tribute to her son from his Commanding Officer. "It grieves me that I should be writing of the passing of your son. In the short two months I commanded [---], I grew to know Alexander well. He was a true sailor steady, cheerful, quick and intelligent. As the weeks passed I placed more and more trust upon his shoulders with confidence. He never failed his country nor his ship. Most of all, I should like to say - Alexander was a good messmate. I say "most of all" because a good messmate is a good Christian. To be a good messmate you must be honest, courageous, clean-living and dutiful. You must help and love your neighbour. This is not always an easy task, for in small boats you live too close to your fellow men. However, Alexander Macmillan had all these virtues. You must not covet, blaspheme or shirk - your son did none of these. At Easter time, we are all of us, reminded that this existence on earth is but a stormy prelude to a gentle and peaceful life which Christ has prepared for us. In your hour of grief may I offer this consolation. Your son lived a good life here. He did not die. He merely passed on to a better world, without suffering. He has but gone before you and me, to God's realm, where we shall join him when God wills it. We are the losers for we have lost his companionship for a while. I do not grieve for him for he is safe. I grieve because you have lost a good son's company. If ever I can be of any help to you, will you please honour me by asking it. May God bless you and comfort you".
Last address in Lewis: 1 Shulishader
Son of Mary Ann Macmillan, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Wasp
Service number: P/X 20584
Date of death: 1 April 1941 at the age of 20
Accidentally killed at Dover
Survived sinking of HMS Wren 27/7/40.
Interred: Dover (St James) Cemetery, row G, grave 26
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 11 April 1941
It is with very deep regret we announce the death, by accident, of Alexander Macmillan, seaman, RNR, 1 Shader Point, at an English port on the 1st of April. Alexander, who was best known to his friends as Sandy Beag, was of a quiet, unassuming disposition. He was just a little over 20 years of age when he met his end. Before the outbreak of war he was serving on HM destroyer Wren, having joined her for the Royal Review at Spithead. On the outbreak of war his ship was commissioned for convoy duty, and he served with her until she was bombed, set on fire and sunk. The crew were machine-gunned in the water, but Sandy succeeded in swimming to a rescue ship nearby, and got aboard although hampered by fuel oil in which he had been immersed. After a few days at home on survivor's leave he returned to a naval depot and was drafted for duty as an anti-submarine torpedo boat. On board the Wren he was keenly interested in his Asdic duties and later he was selected for a course of instruction in the latest anti-submarine devices. He was expected home on leave after passing his final examination when the sad news of his death came through. Intelligent and efficient, never boisterous or boatsful, Sandy Beag had those rare qualities which go to the formation of an exemplary character. Clean-living and healthy minded, he feared God and served and died for his country. He was buried in an English cemetery with full naval honours. To his sorrowing mother and grandmother we extend our heartfelt sympathy, as to the other members of the family. Till the Day Breaks.
Stornoway Gazette, 25 April 1941
Last week we intimated the tragic death by accident of Seaman Alex Macmillan, Shader, Point. His mother has since received this tribute to her son from his Commanding Officer. "It grieves me that I should be writing of the passing of your son. In the short two months I commanded [---], I grew to know Alexander well. He was a true sailor steady, cheerful, quick and intelligent. As the weeks passed I placed more and more trust upon his shoulders with confidence. He never failed his country nor his ship. Most of all, I should like to say - Alexander was a good messmate. I say "most of all" because a good messmate is a good Christian. To be a good messmate you must be honest, courageous, clean-living and dutiful. You must help and love your neighbour. This is not always an easy task, for in small boats you live too close to your fellow men. However, Alexander Macmillan had all these virtues. You must not covet, blaspheme or shirk - your son did none of these. At Easter time, we are all of us, reminded that this existence on earth is but a stormy prelude to a gentle and peaceful life which Christ has prepared for us. In your hour of grief may I offer this consolation. Your son lived a good life here. He did not die. He merely passed on to a better world, without suffering. He has but gone before you and me, to God's realm, where we shall join him when God wills it. We are the losers for we have lost his companionship for a while. I do not grieve for him for he is safe. I grieve because you have lost a good son's company. If ever I can be of any help to you, will you please honour me by asking it. May God bless you and comfort you".
Hector Mackay, 27 Sheshader
Seaman HECTOR MACKAY
Last address in Lewis: 27 Sheshader
Son of John and Matilda Mackay
Husband of Henrietta Mackay, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Date of death: 21 January 1940 at the age of 34
Lost in mining of HMS Exmouth off Wick
Memorial: Portsmouth Naval, panel 44, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 26 January 1940
A dark week for the island
Heavy list of casualties
This week has been another tragic week for Lewis and Harris. On Tuesday 23 January news came through of the loss of seven Islesmen - six from Lewis and one from Harris - on the destroyer "Exmouth".
The "Exmouth" has been reported lost and it is understood that there were no survivors.
The first news of this heavy blow was received in Lewis on 23 January, when the relatives of the men received Admiralty telegrams stating that they were missing and feared lost. Later came the official announcement that there were no survivors.
On the same day, the Admiralty announced the names of the "Rawalpindi" survivors who are prisoners in Germany. So far as Lewis is concerned, the list contains the names only of the four men who were already known to be in Germany - Hector Macdonald, Norman Macinnes, Malcolm Mackenzie and Donald Murray.
The loss of the "Exmouth" is the heaviest blow which Lewis has sustained since the sinking of the "Rawalpindi". The Harris lad who is reported from the "Exmouth" is Malcolm Macaskill, 24 Northton. He is the third Harrisman lost at sea since the outbreak of war. The Lewis names appearing in the casualty lists are: Hector Macdonald, 10 Tolsta Chaolais; Hector Mackay, 27 Sheshader; Norman Macdonald junior, 19 Upper Bayble; John Morrison, 6 Melbost, Borve; Donald Campbell, 6 Lionel; and John D. Macleod, 9 New Holdings, Leurbost.
All were single men, except Hector Mackay, who was married last April to Effie Macaulay, 13 Sheshader. Two older brothers of Hector's were lost in the last war, one of them in the "Iolaire" disaster.
An older brother of Norman Macdonald's is at present serving in the Navy.
The loss of these two Point lads brings the number of casualties in the district since the outbreak of war to eight, and in addition there are two Point lads prisoner of war in Germany.
Tolsta Chaolais has lost a very popular and much respected lad in Hector Macdonald, who was at one time a keen member of Carloway football eleven. Two brothers are with the Navy.
The loss of John Morrison, Borve, was a crushing blow to his relatives, and especially to his sister, Mrs Graham, whose husband, Malcolm Graham, was lost in the "James Ludford" just about a month ago. Both Morrison's parents are elderly and infirm in health. The only surviving son is on service with the Navy in foreign waters.
Norman Campbell is the first Ness casualty of the war. A popular youth, and representative of a family well-known, not only in Ness but throughout Lewis, his death is much regretted.
John D. Macleod is the first casualty from the village of Leurbost, although not the first from north of Loch Erisort; John Montgomery, 16 Ranish, was the second Lewis casualty of the war.
Lewis pay homage to these brave sons, four of whom were still in their early twenties. The two older men were Hector Mackay, who was about 34, and John Morrison, who was 37.
Last address in Lewis: 27 Sheshader
Son of John and Matilda Mackay
Husband of Henrietta Mackay, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Date of death: 21 January 1940 at the age of 34
Lost in mining of HMS Exmouth off Wick
Memorial: Portsmouth Naval, panel 44, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 26 January 1940
A dark week for the island
Heavy list of casualties
This week has been another tragic week for Lewis and Harris. On Tuesday 23 January news came through of the loss of seven Islesmen - six from Lewis and one from Harris - on the destroyer "Exmouth".
The "Exmouth" has been reported lost and it is understood that there were no survivors.
The first news of this heavy blow was received in Lewis on 23 January, when the relatives of the men received Admiralty telegrams stating that they were missing and feared lost. Later came the official announcement that there were no survivors.
On the same day, the Admiralty announced the names of the "Rawalpindi" survivors who are prisoners in Germany. So far as Lewis is concerned, the list contains the names only of the four men who were already known to be in Germany - Hector Macdonald, Norman Macinnes, Malcolm Mackenzie and Donald Murray.
The loss of the "Exmouth" is the heaviest blow which Lewis has sustained since the sinking of the "Rawalpindi". The Harris lad who is reported from the "Exmouth" is Malcolm Macaskill, 24 Northton. He is the third Harrisman lost at sea since the outbreak of war. The Lewis names appearing in the casualty lists are: Hector Macdonald, 10 Tolsta Chaolais; Hector Mackay, 27 Sheshader; Norman Macdonald junior, 19 Upper Bayble; John Morrison, 6 Melbost, Borve; Donald Campbell, 6 Lionel; and John D. Macleod, 9 New Holdings, Leurbost.
All were single men, except Hector Mackay, who was married last April to Effie Macaulay, 13 Sheshader. Two older brothers of Hector's were lost in the last war, one of them in the "Iolaire" disaster.
An older brother of Norman Macdonald's is at present serving in the Navy.
The loss of these two Point lads brings the number of casualties in the district since the outbreak of war to eight, and in addition there are two Point lads prisoner of war in Germany.
Tolsta Chaolais has lost a very popular and much respected lad in Hector Macdonald, who was at one time a keen member of Carloway football eleven. Two brothers are with the Navy.
The loss of John Morrison, Borve, was a crushing blow to his relatives, and especially to his sister, Mrs Graham, whose husband, Malcolm Graham, was lost in the "James Ludford" just about a month ago. Both Morrison's parents are elderly and infirm in health. The only surviving son is on service with the Navy in foreign waters.
Norman Campbell is the first Ness casualty of the war. A popular youth, and representative of a family well-known, not only in Ness but throughout Lewis, his death is much regretted.
John D. Macleod is the first casualty from the village of Leurbost, although not the first from north of Loch Erisort; John Montgomery, 16 Ranish, was the second Lewis casualty of the war.
Lewis pay homage to these brave sons, four of whom were still in their early twenties. The two older men were Hector Mackay, who was about 34, and John Morrison, who was 37.
Stornoway Gazette, 23 February 1940
It was with deep regret that we learned of the loss of a precious life in the person of Hector Mackay, 27 Sheshader (Eachainn an Chalain), when the Exmouth went down in January. On his last visit home he was so brimful of his usual energetic eagerness that it is all the more difficult to realise his passing from our ken forever. It was only last April that he brought his bride, Effie Macaulay, daughter of Donald Macaulay, 13 Sheshader, to the new home he had prepared with all fresh hopes for a promising future. He was called up in July for the Naval Review and was home only once since then on short leave. His New Year leave was due on the weekend following that on which the Exmouth was lost, thus adding to the grief of those who mourn him, whose hopes of a near reunion were buoyed up only to be tragically dashed. Hector was a sturdy, well set-up young man of attractive personality, straightforward and friendly by nature. He will be sadly missed in a community where he was a useful and industrious member, always willing to lend a helping hand in tasks of neighbourly kindness. He is the third son of the family to make the supreme sacrifice for his country. Two older brothers, Donald and Colin, lost their lives in the Great War, one in France and the other in the Iolaire. Profound sympathy is extended to his relatives in their sore loss, especially to his young wife and aged mother, of whom it may be said that out of their treasure they have given their all.
It was with deep regret that we learned of the loss of a precious life in the person of Hector Mackay, 27 Sheshader (Eachainn an Chalain), when the Exmouth went down in January. On his last visit home he was so brimful of his usual energetic eagerness that it is all the more difficult to realise his passing from our ken forever. It was only last April that he brought his bride, Effie Macaulay, daughter of Donald Macaulay, 13 Sheshader, to the new home he had prepared with all fresh hopes for a promising future. He was called up in July for the Naval Review and was home only once since then on short leave. His New Year leave was due on the weekend following that on which the Exmouth was lost, thus adding to the grief of those who mourn him, whose hopes of a near reunion were buoyed up only to be tragically dashed. Hector was a sturdy, well set-up young man of attractive personality, straightforward and friendly by nature. He will be sadly missed in a community where he was a useful and industrious member, always willing to lend a helping hand in tasks of neighbourly kindness. He is the third son of the family to make the supreme sacrifice for his country. Two older brothers, Donald and Colin, lost their lives in the Great War, one in France and the other in the Iolaire. Profound sympathy is extended to his relatives in their sore loss, especially to his young wife and aged mother, of whom it may be said that out of their treasure they have given their all.
John Mackenzie, 26 Shehsader
Seaman JOHN MACKENZIE
Last address in Lewis: 26 Sheshader
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Lost at sea
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Last address in Lewis: 26 Sheshader
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Lost at sea
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Donald Mackenzie, 15 Sheshader
Able Seaman DONALD MACKENZIE
Last address in Lewis: 15 Sheshader
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Lost at sea
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Last address in Lewis: 15 Sheshader
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Lost at sea
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
John Macleod, Lower Bayble
Able Seaman JOHN MACLEOD
Last address in Lewis: Lower Bayble
Son of John and Catherine MacLeod, of Stornoway.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, Patrol Service, HMS Cape Melville
Service number: LT/X7747C
Date of death: 25 July 1944 at the age of 34
Died in hospital in Lowestoft
Interred: Eye Cemetery, sec. C, grave 80
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Last address in Lewis: Lower Bayble
Son of John and Catherine MacLeod, of Stornoway.
Service unit: Royal Naval Reserve, Patrol Service, HMS Cape Melville
Service number: LT/X7747C
Date of death: 25 July 1944 at the age of 34
Died in hospital in Lowestoft
Interred: Eye Cemetery, sec. C, grave 80
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 23 February 1945
"In all my experience, I have foudn that the sailors who hail from Stornoway have been good, steady seamen, and above all they have been men on whom one can rely", writes the commanding officer of one of HM Trawlers to Mrs Catherin Macleod, 27 Lower Bayble, expressing the sympathy of his shipmates in the death of her son, Seaman John Macleod, better known in Bayble as "Eba".
"When he was given a job to do I knew that it would be done thoroughly and well", writes his Commanding Officer. "I am not exaggerating to say that he was the type of man that forms the backbone of our sea-going service, and his quiet, steady method of getting things done has served wonderfully well in the training of the very new sailor who arrives straight from some job on land, and finds himself drafted to a job afloat".
The Lieut Commander of the Flotilla writes: "With the passing of your son John, the Royal Navy has lost a fine seaman who, among his shipmates here, was always held in the highest respect." Referring to his coolness and steadiness, the Lt Commander adds: "He could be relied upon at all times to do his duty to the utmost. Seaman John Macleod will be remembered amongst us as a name worthy to be added to the glorious company of Highlanders who have so freely given their lives in the service of their country".
Those in Bayble who knew "Eba" will not be surprised by these tributes to his sterling character.
"In all my experience, I have foudn that the sailors who hail from Stornoway have been good, steady seamen, and above all they have been men on whom one can rely", writes the commanding officer of one of HM Trawlers to Mrs Catherin Macleod, 27 Lower Bayble, expressing the sympathy of his shipmates in the death of her son, Seaman John Macleod, better known in Bayble as "Eba".
"When he was given a job to do I knew that it would be done thoroughly and well", writes his Commanding Officer. "I am not exaggerating to say that he was the type of man that forms the backbone of our sea-going service, and his quiet, steady method of getting things done has served wonderfully well in the training of the very new sailor who arrives straight from some job on land, and finds himself drafted to a job afloat".
The Lieut Commander of the Flotilla writes: "With the passing of your son John, the Royal Navy has lost a fine seaman who, among his shipmates here, was always held in the highest respect." Referring to his coolness and steadiness, the Lt Commander adds: "He could be relied upon at all times to do his duty to the utmost. Seaman John Macleod will be remembered amongst us as a name worthy to be added to the glorious company of Highlanders who have so freely given their lives in the service of their country".
Those in Bayble who knew "Eba" will not be surprised by these tributes to his sterling character.
Murdo Macaulay, Schoolpark, Knock, Point
Leading Seaman MURDO MACAULAY
Last address in Lewis: 2 Schoolpark, Knock, Point
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Date of death: 10 August 1940
Lost in action in North Sea
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 11 October 1940
Leading seaman Murdo Macaulay, RNR, 2 Schoolpark, Knock, has been missing since one of HM ships was lost in July. the only son of Donald Macaulay, Schoolpark, Murdo spent the early years of his working life as a fisherman on board the "Paradigm". He was a popular youth and is much missed in the district. Sympathy is felt for his father and four sisters.
Last address in Lewis: 2 Schoolpark, Knock, Point
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Date of death: 10 August 1940
Lost in action in North Sea
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 11 October 1940
Leading seaman Murdo Macaulay, RNR, 2 Schoolpark, Knock, has been missing since one of HM ships was lost in July. the only son of Donald Macaulay, Schoolpark, Murdo spent the early years of his working life as a fisherman on board the "Paradigm". He was a popular youth and is much missed in the district. Sympathy is felt for his father and four sisters.
Donald Munro, 6 Knock, Point
Leading Seaman DONALD MUNRO
Last address in Lewis: 6 Knock, Point
Son of John and Margaret Munro, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HM Motor Minesweeper 1019
Service number: LT/X18246A
Date of death: 2 July 1944 at the age of 37
Lost off Cherbourg
Memorial: Lowestoft Naval, panel 14, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Last address in Lewis: 6 Knock, Point
Son of John and Margaret Munro, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HM Motor Minesweeper 1019
Service number: LT/X18246A
Date of death: 2 July 1944 at the age of 37
Lost off Cherbourg
Memorial: Lowestoft Naval, panel 14, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
John Macleod, 8 Upper Garrabost
Seaman JOHN MACLEOD
Last address in Lewis: 8 Upper Garrabost
Son of Kenneth and Annabella MacLeod, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Ibis
Service number: C/JX277111
Date of death: 10 November 1942 at the age of 33
Killed in action when ship was sunk in air attack off Algiers
Memorial: Chatham Naval, panel 55, column 2
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Last address in Lewis: 8 Upper Garrabost
Son of Kenneth and Annabella MacLeod, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Ibis
Service number: C/JX277111
Date of death: 10 November 1942 at the age of 33
Killed in action when ship was sunk in air attack off Algiers
Memorial: Chatham Naval, panel 55, column 2
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
John Murdo Macleod, 7 Upper Garrabost
Seaman JOHN MURDO MACLEOD
Last address in Lewis: 7 Upper Garrabost
Son of John and Annie MacLeod, of Garrabost, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: D/X20336A
Date of death: 11 May 1942 at the age of 27
Lost on HMS Lively sunk in air attack off Crete
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 75, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 19 June 1942
It is with deep regret that we record the death of John M Macleod of 7 Upper Garrabost, better known in this district and to his many friends elsewhere as "Layan". Coming home from the Merchant Service shortly after the outbreak of hositilities, he immediately answered his country's call for, like his two brothers, Hugh and Donald, he was a member of the Royal Naval Reserve. "Layan" was well known in the district for his good humour and ready wit. No party could ever be dull when he was present. At work as well as at play, he treated life lightly and looked on the brighter side, indeed his witty chatter and his merry laugh would help to lighten any burden. His personality endeared him to his intimate friends, and his easy affable manner continually enlarged his circle of acquaintances. The news of his death cast a gloom over the community. To his sorrowing family we extend our heartfelt sympathy. In the course of his service, "Layan" was drafted to HMS Lively, and in this ship he saw active service in the Mediterranean. Some weeks ago, during an air attack south of Crete, int eh area of sea well known to the Mediterranean Fleet as "Bomb Alley", HMS Lively was sunk, and "Layan", following the path of duty, disappeared from the sight of men. He had reached the age of 27 years. We shall miss his company, but we will remember his name.
Last address in Lewis: 7 Upper Garrabost
Son of John and Annie MacLeod, of Garrabost, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: D/X20336A
Date of death: 11 May 1942 at the age of 27
Lost on HMS Lively sunk in air attack off Crete
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 75, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 19 June 1942
It is with deep regret that we record the death of John M Macleod of 7 Upper Garrabost, better known in this district and to his many friends elsewhere as "Layan". Coming home from the Merchant Service shortly after the outbreak of hositilities, he immediately answered his country's call for, like his two brothers, Hugh and Donald, he was a member of the Royal Naval Reserve. "Layan" was well known in the district for his good humour and ready wit. No party could ever be dull when he was present. At work as well as at play, he treated life lightly and looked on the brighter side, indeed his witty chatter and his merry laugh would help to lighten any burden. His personality endeared him to his intimate friends, and his easy affable manner continually enlarged his circle of acquaintances. The news of his death cast a gloom over the community. To his sorrowing family we extend our heartfelt sympathy. In the course of his service, "Layan" was drafted to HMS Lively, and in this ship he saw active service in the Mediterranean. Some weeks ago, during an air attack south of Crete, int eh area of sea well known to the Mediterranean Fleet as "Bomb Alley", HMS Lively was sunk, and "Layan", following the path of duty, disappeared from the sight of men. He had reached the age of 27 years. We shall miss his company, but we will remember his name.
Norman Mackay, 6 Upper Garrabost
Seaman NORMAN MACKAY
Last address in Lewis: 6 Upper Garrabost
Son of Alexander and Catherine Mackay, of Stornoway.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMT Jewell
Service number: LT/X17931
Date of death: 24 December 1940 at the age of 26
Drowned in Belfast harbour.
Served on HMS Jewel.
Interred: Eye Cemetery, section D, grave 28
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Last address in Lewis: 6 Upper Garrabost
Son of Alexander and Catherine Mackay, of Stornoway.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMT Jewell
Service number: LT/X17931
Date of death: 24 December 1940 at the age of 26
Drowned in Belfast harbour.
Served on HMS Jewel.
Interred: Eye Cemetery, section D, grave 28
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 14 March 1941
Seaman Norman Mackay, RNR, 6 Upper Garrabost, was accidentally drowned in Belfast on Christmas Eve 1940. The body was recovered eleven weeks after the accident and the remains arrived in Stornoway by mail steamer on Saturday night for interment at Aignish. Great sympathy is felt with the family of this fine upstanding seaman in their tragic loss.
Seaman Norman Mackay, RNR, 6 Upper Garrabost, was accidentally drowned in Belfast on Christmas Eve 1940. The body was recovered eleven weeks after the accident and the remains arrived in Stornoway by mail steamer on Saturday night for interment at Aignish. Great sympathy is felt with the family of this fine upstanding seaman in their tragic loss.
John Mackay, 9 Flesherin
Seaman JOHN MACKAY (Senior)
Last address in Lewis: 9 Flesherin
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, Destroyer Service
Date of death: 12 March 1940
Killed in action
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 9 August 1940
Mrs Mackay at present residing with her parents at 51 Galson, has also been informed of the tragic fate of her husband, John Mackay, who was lost on one of HM ships. Mr Mackay, best known as Ian Rag, was a native of Flesherin, and, though he was only in our midst for a very short time, he had that captivating quality which made friends easily and we were all very much attached to him. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his young widow and infant son, to his mother, sisters and brothers.
Last address in Lewis: 9 Flesherin
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, Destroyer Service
Date of death: 12 March 1940
Killed in action
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 9 August 1940
Mrs Mackay at present residing with her parents at 51 Galson, has also been informed of the tragic fate of her husband, John Mackay, who was lost on one of HM ships. Mr Mackay, best known as Ian Rag, was a native of Flesherin, and, though he was only in our midst for a very short time, he had that captivating quality which made friends easily and we were all very much attached to him. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to his young widow and infant son, to his mother, sisters and brothers.
Alexander Crichton, 15 Eagleton
Seaman ALEXANDER CRICHTON
Last address in Lewis: 15 Eagleton
Son of Roderick and Margaret Crichton, of Bayble, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMT James Ludford
Service number: LT/X7989C
Date of death: 12 December 1939 at the age of 31
Lost in mining of ship
Memorial: Lowestoft Naval, panel 1, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 22 December 1939
Three Lewis Lads Feared Drowned
There were three Lewismen on the trawler "James Ludford" which sank last week after striking a mine. The two officers and 15 men are officially missing, believed drowned.
The Lewis members of the crew were Malcolm Graham, Church Street, Borve; Alexander Matheson, 26 Brue; and Alexander Crichton, 15 Eagletown, Bayble.
Malcolm Graham, who was a son of the late John Graham, was about 38 years of age. He married two years ago and is survived by his wife and one child. He has been sailing for the past 11 or 12 years. A very popular man in the district, he was a splendid physical specimen, thickset and powerful, outstanding even in a district noted for its strong men.
Alexander Matheson, 26 Brue, is a son of the late Norman Matheson. About the same age as Malcolm Graham, he was unmarried.
Alexander Nicolson, 15 Eagleton, is a couson of Murdo Nicolson, 3 Marybank, who is missing from the Rawalpindi. Crichton was home on leave only 10 days before the sinking of the "James Ludford". Both his brothers are on active service; Nicolson's three brothers are also on active service.
Since the outbreak of war, 19 Lewismen and 1 Harrisman have been reported lost or missing - all of them at sea.
Last address in Lewis: 15 Eagleton
Son of Roderick and Margaret Crichton, of Bayble, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMT James Ludford
Service number: LT/X7989C
Date of death: 12 December 1939 at the age of 31
Lost in mining of ship
Memorial: Lowestoft Naval, panel 1, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 22 December 1939
Three Lewis Lads Feared Drowned
There were three Lewismen on the trawler "James Ludford" which sank last week after striking a mine. The two officers and 15 men are officially missing, believed drowned.
The Lewis members of the crew were Malcolm Graham, Church Street, Borve; Alexander Matheson, 26 Brue; and Alexander Crichton, 15 Eagletown, Bayble.
Malcolm Graham, who was a son of the late John Graham, was about 38 years of age. He married two years ago and is survived by his wife and one child. He has been sailing for the past 11 or 12 years. A very popular man in the district, he was a splendid physical specimen, thickset and powerful, outstanding even in a district noted for its strong men.
Alexander Matheson, 26 Brue, is a son of the late Norman Matheson. About the same age as Malcolm Graham, he was unmarried.
Alexander Nicolson, 15 Eagleton, is a couson of Murdo Nicolson, 3 Marybank, who is missing from the Rawalpindi. Crichton was home on leave only 10 days before the sinking of the "James Ludford". Both his brothers are on active service; Nicolson's three brothers are also on active service.
Since the outbreak of war, 19 Lewismen and 1 Harrisman have been reported lost or missing - all of them at sea.
Peter John Macleod, 10 Eagleton
Seaman PETER JOHN MACLEOD
Last address in Lewis: 10 Eagleton
Son of Alexander and Christina MacLeod, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Wyvern
Service number: P/X 19754A
Date of death: 14 May 1940 at the age of 20
Memorial: Portsmouth Memorial, panel 44, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 24 May 1940
On the 16th May, the village of Bayble learned with sorrow and regret of the loss of Peter John Macleod, RNR, of 10 Eagleton, who was killed in action. To his widowed mother, brothers and sisters, our deepest sympathy goes out in their great trief. Peter John will always be remembered with great pride and affection by his many friends, for his was a most happy and radiant nature. A prime favourite amongst his fellows, he took a very active part in all their pastimes and was one fo the most promising young members of the Lower Bayble football team. Of a family of strong seafaring traditions, Peter John naturally took to the sea and prior to the outbreak of war was a valued member of the crew of the "Speedwell" (SY) one of our most successful local fishing boats. On the "Speedwell" he won respect for his alertness and ability. When war broke out he was already, at the age of 19, aboard HM destroyer "Vansittart", later being transferred to another of HM ships, on which he gave up his brave young life to proctect his loved ones from known and evil perils. He is the fourth Bayble lad to make the supreme sacrifice. Their memory shall never die.
Alexander Campbell, 12 Aird, Point
Seaman ALEXANDER CAMPBELL
Last address in Lewis: 12 Aird
Son of Donald and Janet Campbell, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: C/5944D
Date of death: 28 August 1940
Lost on AMC Dunvegan Castle torpedoed by U-46 W of Ireland
Memorial: Chatham Naval, panel 40, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 6 September 1940
There were quite a number of Lewis seamen serving on HMS auxiliary cruiser "Dunvegan Castle", reported torpedoed at the weekend, as far as is known at the time of writing, all but one of the Lewis members of the crew are safe. Angus Campbell, son of Donald Campbell, 12 Aird, is reported missing. He is first cousin of Norman Smith, 7 Aird, who was killed serving with the Navy just a fortnight ago. Angus, who was in his early thirties and unmarried was one of four brothers all serving with the Navy. The other three are Malcolm, Norman and John.
Transcriber's note: It would appear from the casualty lists that the name of the missing man, whose death was later confirmed, was in fact Alexander Campbell.
Last address in Lewis: 12 Aird
Son of Donald and Janet Campbell, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: C/5944D
Date of death: 28 August 1940
Lost on AMC Dunvegan Castle torpedoed by U-46 W of Ireland
Memorial: Chatham Naval, panel 40, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 6 September 1940
There were quite a number of Lewis seamen serving on HMS auxiliary cruiser "Dunvegan Castle", reported torpedoed at the weekend, as far as is known at the time of writing, all but one of the Lewis members of the crew are safe. Angus Campbell, son of Donald Campbell, 12 Aird, is reported missing. He is first cousin of Norman Smith, 7 Aird, who was killed serving with the Navy just a fortnight ago. Angus, who was in his early thirties and unmarried was one of four brothers all serving with the Navy. The other three are Malcolm, Norman and John.
Transcriber's note: It would appear from the casualty lists that the name of the missing man, whose death was later confirmed, was in fact Alexander Campbell.
Alexander John Maciver, 23 Aignish
Seaman ALEXANDER JOHN MACIVER
Last address in Lewis: 23 Aignish
Son of Donald and Catherine Maciver, of Knock, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: P/X19909A
Date of death: 1 September 1940 at the age of 20
Lost when HMS Express struck a mine
Memorial: Portsmouth Naval, panel 44, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 13 September 1940
The Island of Lewis suffered one of the heaviest blows of the war last week, when seven young men lost their lives on HM destroyers "Esk" and "Express".
They were: Murdo Macleod, 5 Tolsta Chaolais, Norman Macleod, 14 Tolsta Chaolais, Alex John Maciver, 23 Aignish, Murdo Macdonald, 8 Sheshader, John Martin, 16 Lower Shader, Donald Macdonald, "Clyde", Shader and Malcolm Murray, 21 Swanibost.
All of them were young men, Alex John Maciver being barely 20, and DOnald Macdonald, the oldest of them, still in his thirties. The villages of Tolsta Chaolais and Shader suffered a double bereavement. The two Macdonalds were the only sons of widowed mothers. Alex John Maciver, 23 Aignish, is a son of Donald Maciver, who served in the last war. There is an older brother on service with the Navy.
Last address in Lewis: 23 Aignish
Son of Donald and Catherine Maciver, of Knock, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve
Service number: P/X19909A
Date of death: 1 September 1940 at the age of 20
Lost when HMS Express struck a mine
Memorial: Portsmouth Naval, panel 44, column 1
Local memorial: Point, Garrabost
Stornoway Gazette, 13 September 1940
The Island of Lewis suffered one of the heaviest blows of the war last week, when seven young men lost their lives on HM destroyers "Esk" and "Express".
They were: Murdo Macleod, 5 Tolsta Chaolais, Norman Macleod, 14 Tolsta Chaolais, Alex John Maciver, 23 Aignish, Murdo Macdonald, 8 Sheshader, John Martin, 16 Lower Shader, Donald Macdonald, "Clyde", Shader and Malcolm Murray, 21 Swanibost.
All of them were young men, Alex John Maciver being barely 20, and DOnald Macdonald, the oldest of them, still in his thirties. The villages of Tolsta Chaolais and Shader suffered a double bereavement. The two Macdonalds were the only sons of widowed mothers. Alex John Maciver, 23 Aignish, is a son of Donald Maciver, who served in the last war. There is an older brother on service with the Navy.
William Macleod, Marybank, Stornoway
Able Seaman WILLIAM MACLEOD
Last address in Lewis: Marybank, Stornoway
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Rawalpindi
Service number: D/5476D
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 26
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Originally from 14 Sheshader
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
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Last address in Lewis: Marybank, Stornoway
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Rawalpindi
Service number: D/5476D
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 26
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Originally from 14 Sheshader
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
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John Murdo Nicolson, Marybank, Stornoway
Leading Seaman JOHN MURDO NICOLSON
Last address in Lewis: 3 Marybank, Stornoway
Son of John and Christina Nicholson, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis; husband of Williamina Nicolson, of Stornoway.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Rawalpindi
Service number: D/5685/D
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 36
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Originally from 36 Lower Bayble
Mentioned on family gravestone in Eye Cemetery, Lewis
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
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Last address in Lewis: 3 Marybank, Stornoway
Son of John and Christina Nicholson, of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis; husband of Williamina Nicolson, of Stornoway.
Service: Royal Naval Reserve, HMS Rawalpindi
Service number: D/5685/D
Date of death: 23 November 1939 at the age of 36
Lost on HMS Rawalpindi, sunk in North Atlantic after engaging German battlecruisers Scharnhorst and Gneisenau
Originally from 36 Lower Bayble
Mentioned on family gravestone in Eye Cemetery, Lewis
Memorial: Plymouth Naval, panel 35, column 3
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